Psalms 55:21

55:21 His words are as smooth as butter,

but he harbors animosity in his heart.

His words seem softer than oil,

but they are really like sharp swords.

Proverbs 15:1

15:1 A gentle response turns away anger,

but a harsh word stirs up wrath.

Proverbs 18:23

18:23 A poor person makes supplications,

but a rich man answers harshly.

Proverbs 25:15

25:15 Through patience a ruler can be persuaded,

and a soft tongue can break a bone.

Isaiah 30:10

30:10 They say to the visionaries, “See no more visions!”

and to the seers, “Don’t relate messages to us about what is right!

Tell us nice things,

relate deceptive messages.